The ConchaTherm® Neptune® is a respiratory humidifier designed to heat and humidify respiratory gases delivered via endotracheal tubes, nasal cannula or face masks to adult, pediatric, infant and neonatal patients. This system may be used with either conventional (non-heated wire) breathing circuits or compatible (21-volt) Hudson Respiratory Care Incorporated (RCI) heated-wire circuits. The ConchaTherm® NeptuneTM can be used with ventilators, continuous flow systems, oxygen diluters and blenders, adjustable nebulizer adapters for aerosol therapy, or nonflammable anesthesia gases to help maintain patient body temperature. When used with the Hudson RCI ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier and Hudson RCI ventilator circuits, the ConchaSmart Column provides heated humidification for patients with and without an artificial airway in place. To provide a continuous flow of heated and humidified gas to spontaneously breathing patients.
Device Story
ConchaTherm Neptune is an active heated humidifier providing heat/moisture to medical gases for invasive/non-invasive ventilation. System components include ConchaSmart Column (disposable humidifier cartridge) and Comfort Flo Humidification System (heated wire breathing circuit). Device accepts input from ventilators, flow systems, or blenders; transforms gas via heated cartridge; outputs heated/humidified gas to patient. Used in clinical settings by healthcare providers. Output helps maintain patient body temperature and airway hydration. System features include low water notification, auto-settings for clinician defaults, and compatibility with 21-volt heated-wire circuits. Benefits include improved patient comfort and respiratory gas conditioning.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Compliance verified against ISO 8185 (respiratory gas humidifiers), IEC 60601-1 (general safety), IEC 60601-1-8 (alarm systems), and IEC 60601-1-4 (programmable electrical medical systems). Biocompatibility testing performed per ISO 10993-3, -5, -6, -10. Sterility validated per ISO 11137-1/2. Shelf life and useful life testing conducted. Software verification and validation performed.
Technological Characteristics
Active heated humidifier; 21-volt heated-wire circuit compatibility. Materials biocompatibility per ISO 10993. Features: low water notification, auto-settings mode, side-mounting capability. Compliant with ISO 8185:2007. Sterilization per ISO 11137. Software-controlled alarm and temperature regulation.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adult, pediatric, infant, and neonatal patients requiring heated and humidified respiratory gases via endotracheal tubes, nasal cannula, or face masks. Used with ventilators, continuous flow systems, oxygen diluters/blenders, or anesthesia gases. Comfort Flo system indicated for spontaneously breathing patients.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A respiratory gas humidifier is a device that is intended to add moisture to, and sometimes to warm, the breathing gases for administration to a patient. Cascade, gas, heated, and prefilled humidifiers are included in this generic type of device.
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## 510(k) SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS
## A. Name, Address, Phone and Fax Number of Applicant
Teleflex Medical, Incorporated 2917 Weck Drive Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 USA Phone: 919-433-8050 919-433-4996 Fax:
## B. Contact Person
Amanda Webb Regulatory Affairs Specialist
## C. Date Prepared
February 5, 2013
## D. Device Name
| Trade Name: | ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier |
|-----------------------|---------------------------------------|
| Common Name: | Respiratory Gas Humidifier |
| Product Code: | BTT |
| Regulation Number: | 868.5450 |
| Classification: | II |
| Classification Panel: | Anesthesiology |
| Trade Name: | ConchaSmart Column |
| Common Name: | Respiratory Gas Humidifier |
| Product Code: | BTT |
| Regulation Number: | 868.5450 |
| Classification: | II |
| Classification Panel: | Anesthesiology |
| Trade Name: | Comfort Flo Humidification System |
| Classification Name: | Respiratory Gas Humidifier |
| Product Code: | BTT |
| Regulation Number: | 868.5450 |
Anesthesiology
II
Classification:
Classification Panel:
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## E. Predicate Device
This submission demonstrates substantial equivalence to the following predicate devices:
- . ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier - K063758
- . Minimal Compliance Column - K993355
- Comfort Flo Humidification System K061736 ●
### F. Device Description
The ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier is an active heated humidifier designed to provide heat and moisture to the medical gases delivered to a patient through continuous flow, invasive ventilation or non-invasive ventilation.
The ConchaSmart Column is an accessory to the ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier. It is a single use, disposable humidifier cartridge which is intended for neonatal, infant, pediatric, and adult patients requiring heated humidification. The ConchaSmart Column is used by inserting the column into the center of the ConchaTherm Neptune.
The Comfort Flo Humidification System is intended to deliver heated and humidified respiratory gases to spontaneously breathing patients. The Comfort Flo Humidification System is designed to be used in conjunction with the ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier for neonate/infant, pediatric, and adult populations. The Comfort Flo Humidification System includes a Heated Wire Breathing Circuit, a ConchaSmart Column, and various Class I exempt accessories.
## G. Indications for Use
#### ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier:
The ConchaTherm® Neptune TM is a respiratory humidifier designed to heat and humidify respiratory gases delivered via endotracheal tubes, nasal cannula or face masks to adult, pediatric, infant and neonatal patients. This system may be used with either conventional (non-heated wire) breathing circuits or compatible (21-volt) Hudson Respiratory Care Incorporated (RCI) heated-wire circuits.
The ConchaTherm® NeptuneTM can be used with ventilators, continuous flow systems, oxygen diluters and blenders, adjustable nebulizer adapters for aerosol therapy, or nonflammable anesthesia gases to help maintain patient body temperature.
#### ConchaSmart Column:
When used with the Hudson RCI ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier and Hudson RCI ventilator circuits, the ConchaSmart Column provides heated humidification for patients with and without an artificial airway in place.
#### Comfort Flo Humidification System:
To provide a continuous flow of heated and humidified gas to spontaneously breathing patients.
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## H. Technological Characteristics Comparison to the predicate
The proposed ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier, ConchaSmart Column and Comfort Flo Humidification System are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices listed above in that the indications for use, the intended use, and fundamental scientific technology remain unchanged. The following tables summarize the technological differences between the proposed and predicate devices.
### ConchaTherm Neptune
| Different Technological Characteristic | Predicate Device |
|------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| Ability to side mount the unit | Only allowed for rear mounting the unit |
| Heated Wire Subglottic: 32° - 40°C<br>(Intubated Mode) | Heated Wire Subglottic: 32° - 39°C<br>(Intubated Mode) |
| Supraglottic (Non-Invasive): 28° - 37°C | Supraglottic (Non-Invasive): 30° - 37°C |
| Continuous Flow Applications 1-60LPM | Continuous Flow Applications 1-40LPM |
| Compliant with ISO 8185:2007 | Compliant with ISO 8185:1997 |
| Low Water Notification | Does not have a low water notification |
| Auto Settings Mode - allows clinician to<br>set default settings | Does not allow clinician to set default<br>settings |
#### ConchaSmart Column
| Different Technological Characteristic | Predicate Device |
|-----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------|
| Includes ability to trigger low water | Does not interact with humidifier to |
| notification in the ConchaTherm Neptune | provide a low water notification |
| Labeled for 30 day Useful Life | Not labeled for useful life |
## Comfort Flo Humidification System
| Different Technological Characteristic | Predicate Device |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Includes above ConchaSmart Column | Included the Comfort Flo Column |
| Additional product offering with a<br>corrugated heated wire breathing circuit | Only included a smooth bore PVC heated<br>wire breathing circuit |
| Shelf Life on corrugated Comfort Flo<br>Humidification System | Does not include a shelf life on full<br>Comfort Flo Humidification System |
| Rated flow for adults is 1-60 LPM | Rated flow for adults is 1-40LPM |
| Labeled for 30 day Useful Life | Tested but not labeled for useful life |
## I. Performance Data
The following testing was performed on the proposed devices.
- ISO 8185 .
- IEC 60601-1 .
- IEC 60601-1-8 .
- IEC 60601-1-4
- Biocompatibility .
- o ISO 10993-3
- o ISO 10993-5
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- o ISO 10993-6
- o ISO 10993-10
- . Sterility
- o ISO 11137-1
- o ISO 11137-2
- . Shelf life
- Useful life .
- Software Verification and Validation ●
## J. Conclusion
The device data and test results demonstrate that the device is as safe and as effective as the predicate device and therefore substantially equivalent.
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Teleflex Medical Incorporated Ms. Amanda Webb Regulatory Affairs Specialist 2917 Weck Drive Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Re: K131912
Trade/Device Name: ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier ConchaSmart Column Comfort Flo Humidification System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5450 Regulation Name: Respiratory Gas Humidifier Regulatory Class: II Product Code: BTT Dated: February 10, 2014 Received: February 11, 2014
Dear Ms. Webb:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please contact the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its tollfree number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
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Sincerely yours,
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K 131912
#### Device Name
Comfort Flo Humidification System
Indications for Use (Describe)
To provide a continuous flow of heated and humidified gas to spontaneously breathing patients.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K131912
Device Name ConchaSmart Column
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
When used with the Hudson RCI ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier and Hudson RCI ventilator circuits, the ConchaSmart Column provides heated humidification for patients without an artificial airway in place.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
#### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K131912
Device Name
ConchaTherm Neptune Heated Humidifier
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The ConchaTherm® Neptune® is a respiratory humidifier designed to heat and humidify respiratory gases delivered via endotracheal tubes, nasal cannula or face masks to adult, pediatric, infant and neonatal patients. This system may be used with either conventional (non-heated wire) breathing circuits or compatible (21-volt) Hudson Respiratory Care Incorporated (RCI) heated-wire circuits.
The ConchaTherm® Neptune® can be used with ventilators, continuous flow systems, oxygen diluters and blenders, adjustable nebulizer adapters for aerosol therapy, or non-flammable anes to help maintain patient body temperature.
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